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Abstract
We have assessed the current range of synthetic splinting bandages, comparing glass
with non-glass fabrics and plaster-of-Paris. Physical and mechanical tests have been
carried out and the opinions of patients, volunteers and orthopaedic staff were recorded.
Modern bandages have some better properties than standard plaster bandage but do not
conform as well, are more expensive and potentially more hazardous. However, non-glass
bandages are lighter, less brittle, more radiolucent and less hazardous than glass
fibre bandages and are preferred by both patients and applicators.
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Publication history
Accepted:
May 19,
1991
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© 1992 Published by Elsevier Inc.
